Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Cairns from $124
This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 21/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
The best prices from Melbourne to Cairns are usually found in February or January, booked 62 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Saturday and return on a Wednesday
Cheap flight deals from Melbourne to Cairns
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Melbourne (MEL) to Cairns (CNS). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 21 February 2025.
Round-trip from | $240 |
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One-way from | $124 |
Popular in | July |
Cheapest in | February |
Average price | $263 |
Good round-trip deal | $252 or less |
Good one-way deal | $131 or less |
Find flight deals from Melbourne to Cairns
Cheapest flights from Melbourne to CairnsExplore the most affordable flight options available from Melbourne to Cairns. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 21 February 2025.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Melbourne to Cairns. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 21 February 2025.
Find flights from Melbourne to Cairns within your budget
Customise your flight search to find flights from Melbourne to Cairns that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 647,157 searches. Data last updated 21 February 2025.
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Price
MelbourneCairns
MEL - CNS
MELCNS
Melbourne
Thu 13/3
06:15-08:30
Nonstop3h 15m
Cairns
Mon 17/3
09:45-14:15
Nonstop3h 30m
MelbourneCairns
MEL - CNS
MELCNS
Melbourne
Sun 17/8
06:25-09:45
Nonstop3h 20m
Cairns
Tue 26/8
10:20-13:50
Nonstop3h 30m
MelbourneCairns
MEL - CNS
MELCNS
Melbourne
Wed 23/7
06:15-09:40
Nonstop3h 25m
Cairns
Sun 27/7
20:25-23:55
Nonstop3h 30m
MelbourneCairns
MEL - CNS
MELCNS
Melbourne
Wed 21/5
17:20-20:40
Nonstop3h 20m
MelbourneCairns
MEL - CNS
MELCNS
Melbourne
Wed 19/3
06:05-08:35
Nonstop3h 30m
MelbourneCairns
MEL - CNS
MELCNS
Melbourne
Wed 16/7
21:35-08:40
1 stop11h 05m
MelbourneCairns
MEL - CNS
MELCNS
Melbourne
Mon 14/7
14:45-22:35
2 stops7h 50m
Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to Cairns
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Travel insights for flights from Melbourne to Cairns
Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Melbourne to Cairns including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.
How far ahead should I book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Cairns?
Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Melbourne to Cairns. Price data was last updated on 14 February 2025.
To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Melbourne Airport to Cairns, you should look to book at least 62 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Cairns?
Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Cairns (average of $185). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Cairns in June is currently the most expensive (average of $243). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.
What is the cheapest time of day to fly from MEL to CNS?
Find hourly flight availability from Melbourne to Cairns. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 21 February 2025.
Unlike in the evening, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 70% on flights from Melbourne Airport to Cairns by exploring options for tickets in the afternoon.
What is the cheapest day to fly from Melbourne Airport to Cairns?
Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Melbourne to Cairns. Price data was last updated on 16 February 2025.
Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Melbourne Airport to Cairns flight should consider departing on Tuesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Wednesday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
Weekly flight availability from Melbourne Airport to Cairns
Explore weekly flight availability from Melbourne to Cairns. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 21 February 2025.
The most flights from MEL to CNS are scheduled on a Thursday (20 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (12 on average).
Rainfall in Cairns by month
Plan your trip to Cairns by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.
In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Cairns ranges from 20.0 - 430.0 inches per month. March is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 430.0 mm. July is typically the driest time to visit Cairns when rainfall is around 20.0 mm.
Temperature in Cairns by month
Plan your trip to Cairns by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.
If weather is an important factor for your trip to Cairns, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 27.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 21.0 C).
Reviews of airlines servicing Cairns
Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Cairns. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Cairns. Reviews last updated 21 February 2025.
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Simon,Oct 2024
BNE - SYD
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Simon,Oct 2024
BNE - SYD
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Simon,Oct 2024
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Simon,Oct 2024
BNE - SYD
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